FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
December 31, 2009
Wenatchee, Washington — Author Emmaline Hoffmeister announces the release of her debut novel, Longbourn’s Unexpected Matchmaker, a captivating variation of Jane Austen’s beloved Pride and Prejudice. The book is available starting December 31, 2009, in both paperback and eBook formats.
Longbourn’s Unexpected Matchmaker offers an unexpected twist on Pride and Prejudice. What if Colonel Fitzwilliam accompanied Mr. Bingley and Mr. Darcy to Netherfield? What if Mr. Darcy befriended a mysterious resident of Meryton who refuses formal introductions but has a close relationship with the Bennet family?
Elizabeth Bennet, the second of five daughters of Mr. Thomas Bennet, captures the interest of the wealthy and handsome Mr. Fitzwilliam Darcy almost immediately. However, when Darcy deliberately misinterprets her family’s expectations for a prosperous marriage and insults her in a manner unlike anything seen in Jane Austen’s acclaimed Pride and Prejudice, he faces a critical choice: leave forever or make amends. Sulking in the library, he resolves to depart and forget her, but a mysterious figure from the Meryton neighborhood, closely acquainted with the Bennets, offers him advice on how to win Elizabeth’s heart.
With Colonel Fitzwilliam joining Mr. Bingley and Mr. Darcy at Netherfield, Elizabeth Bennet’s keen wit unravels the motives of Mr. Darcy’s longtime adversary, Lieutenant George Wickham. Meanwhile, Georgiana Darcy defies her brother and cousin, arriving in Meryton amidst a storm, and Caroline Bingley, Lieutenant Wickham, and Lady Catherine all conspire to prevent our hero and heroine from finding their happily ever after.
“With Longbourn’s Unexpected Matchmaker, I wanted to explore the timeless themes of love, second chances, and the power of unexpected influences,” said Hoffmeister. “Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice has enchanted readers for generations, and I am thrilled to offer a unique take on this cherished story.”
Fans of Austenesque fiction and historical romance will delight in this charming reimagining of Elizabeth and Darcy’s love story. Hoffmeister’s masterful storytelling and deep appreciation for Austen’s world shine through in every chapter, making this novel a must-read for both longtime admirers and new readers alike.
Longbourn’s Unexpected Matchmaker is now available for purchase online and in select bookstores. To purchase direct from the author, visit: https://emmalinehoffmeister.com/products/longbourns-unexpected-matchmaker
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